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Robert Half
Accounts Payable Clerk
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What they do
An Accounts Payable or Receivable Clerk keeps records of accounts and financial transactions, with specific responsibility for Accounts Payable/Receivable. Works for a business or bookkeeping service. Provides information for financial and tax reports completed by an accountant.
$46,014 / year median in Nebraska
-13% projected decline
Job Description
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support day-to-day accounting operations for a construction-focused organization in Lincoln, Nebraska. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who enjoys detailed financial work, can manage a steady volume of invoice activity, and is comfortable handling routine payables responsibilities with accuracy. The person in this role will contribute to timely payment processing, organized recordkeeping, and responsive support for vendors and internal accounting needs.
Responsibilities:
- Enter vendor invoices accurately and promptly into the accounting system while verifying key payment details.
- Compare invoices with purchase orders and related documentation to confirm amounts, approvals, and coding before processing.
- Prepare and support regular payment cycles, including check runs, to help ensure vendors are paid on schedule.
- Maintain orderly financial files and documentation so records remain complete, accessible, and audit-ready.
- Address routine supplier questions regarding payment status, invoice details, and standard account issues in a thorough manner.
- Assist the accounting team with month-end close activities by organizing payable records and helping reconcile outstanding items.
- Support related accounting tasks as needed, including basic billing, account review, and other transactional finance duties.
- Help identify and resolve discrepancies in invoices or supporting documents by coordinating with internal teams and vendors.